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714-720 Bay St, San Francisco, CA 94109

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Complaints
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Fire Incidents
11
311 Calls
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Permits

Risk Assessment

40
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 40% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The three-story, 6-unit multi-family residential building at 714-720 Bay Street in Russian Hill, built in 1912, is currently undergoing significant safety and accommodation upgrades. The building is classified as "Non-Compliant" under San Francisco's mandatory Soft Story Retrofit Program (Tier 3), with active enforcement proceedings ongoing. Multiple permits and inspections since 2024 indicate substantial fire safety improvements, including the installation of new sprinklers throughout the building (£15,784 in 2024), upgrading the fire alarm system (£28,800 in 2024), and adding low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet current fire code requirements (£28800 in 2024).

The building is currently in the process of adding two ADUs (Affordable Dwelling Units) on the ground floor, which has generated several tenant complaints regarding construction practices and unauthorized work in 2023-2024, though these permits have been issued and completed. Of particular concern are recent complaints regarding potentially unsafe conditions, including improperly constructed stairs reported in late 2023, which have been classified as "Active" violations. The building underwent significant seismic retrofit work in 2017, costing $72,000, and included comprehensive updates to the fire safety systems.

Other notable improvements include underground sewage pipe replacement in 2023 and various unit renovations with modernized fixtures and systems. While the building has maintained regular communication with city agencies, there is ongoing litigation regarding compliance with seismic retrofit requirements, with a director hearing scheduled for January 2025. The property has a history of building code violations from 2005-2008 that were resolved, and recent 311 calls primarily relate to routine maintenance issues such as graffiti on mailboxes and pavement defects.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Russian Hill.

Building Characteristics

Total units 6
Year built 1912
Total area 6102 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class A5 - Apartment 5 to 14 Units
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Key Building Statistics

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Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
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Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
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Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
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DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
11
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
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Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
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Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

Included Addresses

  • 714 Bay St, San Francisco CA 94109
  • 716 Bay St, San Francisco CA 94109
  • 718 Bay St, San Francisco CA 94109
  • 720 Bay St, San Francisco CA 94109
  • 714 A Bay St, San Francisco CA 94109
  • 716 A Bay St, San Francisco CA 94109

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714-720 Bay St Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
Balistreri Sal J720 Bay St San Francisco CA 94109

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714-720 Bay St Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
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Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

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OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-06-17 09:28:44+00:00 Sidewalk and Curb PW - Street Use and Mappingsidewalk_defectcollapsed_sidewalk Open
2024-10-20 10:15:40+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrisother_loose_garbage_debris_yard_waste Closed
2023-12-26 15:27:00+00:00 Abandoned Vehicle DPT Abandoned Vehicles Work QueueAbandoned Vehicle - Car2doorgreen grey - honda - element - 5LDZ792 Closed
2023-10-31 19:47:04+00:00 Residential Building Request DBI Building Inspection QueueBuilding - Illegal_Construction_No_Permit_Exceeds_Permit_ScopeIllegal_Construction_No_Permit_Exceeds_Permit_Scope Closed
2023-10-31 19:38:23+00:00 Residential Building Request DBI Building Inspection QueueBuilding - Deck_Stairs_HandrailsDeck_Stairs_Handrails Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2023-11-01 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection DivisionBasement of the building --- the building was permitted for seismic retrofitting and the landlord has been continuing construction and building new units on the ground floor. i called the rent board and they noted they did not have adu permits on file and that a report should be filed. (311 sr 17493481) Not Active View on DBI
2023-11-01 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection DivisionStairs past he first floor in the front of the building and fire escape at the back of the building first floor.--- stairs are not to code and very dangerous. depth of the stairs is 8.75 inches and sloped downward. guest and residents have fallen down the stairs multiple times. the landlord has replaced the first floor steps that are visible from the street so it is not easily noticeable for the city or inspectors. stairs past the first floor are very danderous. (311 sr 17493462) Active View on DBI
2023-05-31 00:00:00+00:002023-06-02 00:00:00+00:00Building Inspection DivisionDate last observed: 30-may-23; time last observed: 3 pm; identity of person performing the work: sal; floor: 1st; exact location: side bldg; building type: residence/dwelling work beyond scope of permit; other building; ; additional information: hi i saw this posting: https://dbiweb02.sfgov.org/dbipts/default.aspx?page=addresscomplaint&complaintno=201552441 and have a similar issue. i live in an apartment at 724 bay street d- on the third floor. my neighbor who owns the building at 720 bay street has been doing construction on excavating the basement to make additional apartments. the work has involved a lot of jack hammering, noise, dirt, etc. and has been going on since january. additionally, the neighbor has changed where the driers vent into a west facing lower wall. this wall is a light / air / window well. it vents directly into my apartment. even with the window closed the drier vents into the apartment. i used to rely on this window for ventilation; keep Not Active View on DBI
2023-03-06 00:00:00+00:002023-03-09 00:00:00+00:00Building Inspection Division714-720 bay street, construction in the back yard. --- caller doesn't think they have a permit to do work. construction has been going on for three weeks, with dump truck and construction trucks. there are no signs saying they can do construction or park. (311 sr 16503635) Not Active View on DBI
2019-09-24 00:00:00+00:002025-05-02 00:00:00+00:00Code Enforcement SectionFailure to comply with soft story tier iii Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

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Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2019-09-24T00:00:00.000Z No description entered Nonenot active
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Fire Violations

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Fire Incidents

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Building Permits

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